KEY LARGO, Florida – I saw my first sea life before we left the dock on our snorkeling trip. A manatee! The captain pointed. There it was, its bewhiskered face slurping drips of freshwater from a hose ...

There is a moment, just before you jump into a body of water, when you brace yourself for the inevitable chill. Poised on the gunwale, wearing a mask and fins, I clench my teeth and leap. But as I ...

Florida’s sun-soaked coastline isn’t just for surfers and rum-fueled beach parties. There’s plenty of room for snorkeling nerds like me, too! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, you’ll find ...

But the real show begins once you've got your snorkeling gear sorted. Under the water, you can explore the Florida Keys reef system, which is, if you can believe it, the third largest in the world — ...